Renée Jacobs, Female Nudes, Original Signed Polaroid Countertypes, Set of 2

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Renée jacobs (born in 1962)

nude girl in the bathtub
nude girl in forest

unique set of two original photographs … Read more Renée jacobs (born in 1962)

nude girl in the bathtub
nude girl in forest

unique set of two original photographs (polaroid countertypes)
year: 2010 ca.

59 x 44 mm
61 x 43 mm
overall (as shown with background):
166 x 154 mm

signed in the back by the artist

excellent quality

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the artist

renée jacobs is a powerhouse in contemporary photography, bridging the gap between social justice and the erotic. Before becoming a celebrated fine art photographer, jacobs spent fifteen years as a civil rights lawyer. This background in activism is the bedrock of her creative philosophy; her work is not merely about aesthetics, but about the agency, sovereignty, and constitutional rights of women over their own bodies.

as a lesbian artist, jacobs provides a vital "female gaze" that stands in sharp contrast to the legacy of photographers like helmut newton. While newton’s work often framed women as statuesque, cold, or submissive within a masculine fantasy, jacobs’ imagery is rooted in intimacy and mutual vulnerability. Her subjects are participants rather than objects, reflecting a queer sensibility that prioritizes emotional connection and authentic desire.

she is widely considered one of the most important nude photographers of the modern era, utilizing film and polaroids to capture a raw, un-retouched humanity. By reclaiming the nude from the historical male perspective, she transforms the genre into an act of activism. Jacobs proves that the camera can be a tool for liberation, shifting the narrative from how women are seen by others to how they experience themselves.
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the photos

the first image captures a moment of quiet, dreamlike sophistication. Nestled within the soft shadows of a bathtub, the subject glows with a romantic, ethereal light. The polaroid’s aged frame adds a layer of preciousness, making the intimate, upward reaching pose feel like a fleeting, rediscovered secret from the past.

the second photograph exudes a raw yet romantic intimacy, framing the subject against the dark, textured embrace of nature. Her direct gaze and graceful, raised arms create a sophisticated balance between vulnerability and strength. The grainy, monochromatic finish transforms this private outdoor moment into a precious, timeless work of art. This piece has an attribution mark,
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